Jacob Andrew Wakeling (born 15 September 2001) is an English professional footballer who last plays as a striker for Solihull Moors.
Career Early career Wakeling began his career with West Bromwich Albion, being released by them in 2020. After playing in non-league football for Alvechurch, Wakeling signed for Leicester City in November 2020, before moving on loan to Barrow in January 2022. Wakeling played four times for Barrow before returning to Leicester, from where he was released as a player in June 2022.
Swindon Town In July 2022 he signed for Swindon Town after previously being on trial at the club. After scoring 4 goals and making 3 assists in his first 10 league games, on 30 September 2022, Wakeling signed a contract extension keeping him at Swindon Town until 2026.
Peterborough United On 1 September 2023, Wakeling signed with EFL League One club Peterborough United on a three-year contract for an undisclosed fee.
Ahead of the 2023–24 season, Wakeling joined Gillingham on a season-long loan. He scored on his debut for the team, scoring the second in a 4-1 home win over Carlisle United.
On 6 May 2025, Peterborough announced the player had been transfer listed.
On 1 September 2025, it was announced that Wakeling had left the club.
Solihull Moors On 2 September 2025, Wakeling joined Solihull Moors of the National League.
Career statistics
+ Appearances and goals by club, season and competitionClubSeasonLeagueFA CupEFL CupOtherTotalDivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAlvechurch2020–21Southern League Premier Division Central7532–10117Leicester City U212020–21––––11112021–22––––2121Total–––3232Barrow (loan)2021–22League Two4000000040Swindon Town2022–23League Two4581000004682023–24League Two2000101040Total478101010508Peterborough United2023–24League One8000000080Gillingham (loan)2024–25League Two161101010191Career total82145220629518
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